Tremors
Directed by Ron UnderwoodA small town gradually becomes aware of a strange creature which picks off people one by one. But what is this creature, and where is it? At the same time, a seismologist is working in the area, she detects _tremors_. The creature lives underground, and can 'pop up' without warning. Trapped in their town, the town-folk have no escape.
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- mickerdooDecember 18, 2025Great pacing, lovable cast and effective monster design that strikes the perfect campy chord even during the daytime. Good problem solving.
- NonPlayableContentApril 27, 2025Kevin 🥓 on residual boulders 🔥
- Gabriel CahueJune 25, 2025Dust off your TV and flip it to Mexican Channel 5 on any given Sunday —you might stumble across Tremors, and nostalgia will sucker-punch you in the best way. With the announcement of a new series —a direct sequel to the original film, and Kevin Bacon returning as the lead— I couldn’t resist revisiting it. I barely remembered it; it had been nearly 20 years since I last saw it. I thought, “I’ll just have it on in the background while I do other stuff,” but yeah… nope. The moment it started, the atmosphere, the setting, that ‘90s flavor —it pulled me in hard. I watched the whole thing in one go, no breaks. And these days? That almost never happens. It’s weird how we humans work: no matter how good something is, if it gets shown too many times, it starts to feel… meh. That’s what happened to this little gem. They ran it so many times on TV, it got played out. But revisiting it with fresh eyes? It’s a damn solid movie. Budgeted at just $11 million, and it punches way above its weight. The Graboids (yes, that’s what the creatures are called) still look surprisingly believable even today. The characters are absolutely endearing —the two leads with their chaotic buddy chemistry, and those gun-crazy survivalists that feel like they walked straight out of a Trump rally. If it’s been a while since your last watch, give it another spin. Odds are, it’s floating around on YouTube. It hasn’t aged badly at all —honestly, it deserves to be rediscovered without the haze of repetition.
- RichardOctober 12, 2025Alright, so Tremors, I first saw this on a movie channel, probably late at night and I was hooked. It’s got that perfect B-movie vibe: cheesy in all the right ways, but with enough charm and practical effects to make it stick. Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward? Total legends. Their buddy chemistry carries the whole thing and the rest of the cast just fits, especially the survivalist couple with way too many guns. The monsters "Graboids" are ridiculous, but they work. Big underground worms that hunt by sound? Sure, why not. The suspense builds nicely and even though it’s not exactly high art, it knows what it is and leans into it hard. You’ve got one liners, desert dust and people jumping from rooftop to rooftop like it’s lava tag. I ended up grabbing the DVD later and honestly? It still holds up. It’s one of those comfort watches I throw on when I want something fun, familiar and just a little absurd. Not a masterpiece, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s got heart, grit and a whole lot of worm carnage. If you haven’t seen it in a while, give it another go. It’s earned its cult status and yeah, I’ll defend that.
- RusterMediaApril 18, 2025I’ve loved this movie since I was a kid! It’s the perfect B monster movie; has great characters, practical effects, and is very quotable.
- runinhotSeptember 30, 2025The movie really grabs you.
- gnrrainDecember 8, 2025Absolutely one of my favorite movies ever. Spawned an entire series currently sitting at 7 entries. Michael Gross as Burt Gummer has been in every one of them and is by far the most interesting character. The range of quality has been up and down throughout but this original one is definitely the highlight I would recommend to anyone who wants to try an interesting creature feature with a great cast of characters.
- Tubeman72November 20, 2025In many films, the source of danger comes from giant-sized monsters, and the same is true in *Tremors*. Here, the threat comes from graboids, a type of enormous, ravenous worms that plague the inhabitants of the small town of Perfection, and it soon becomes clear that life there does not exactly live up to what one might expect based on the town’s name. From the very beginning, the graboids claim several victims. This happens alongside the introduction of the various main characters, which helps establish the necessary connection with them. Another strength of this film is its effective mix of action, suspense, creepiness, and humor. The tension and curiosity are sparked early on because the true nature of the threat is only revealed gradually. From that point on, the pace and suspense remain high because the characters are almost never safe anywhere. This is mainly due to the characteristics of the graboids: they are fast, strong, and resilient; they live underground; and they locate their prey through vibrations. This creates a constant sense of danger. The human characters are not safe outside on the ground, so they are forced to wait things out indoors. Unfortunately, the graboids learn quickly and deliberately begin to break apart wooden houses where their prey is hiding, while also blocking possible escape routes. The only place that ultimately proves safe is atop a rock formation in the desert. The problem is that the massive pests simply wait patiently around the rocks, so despite all the efforts made, it still appears our friends are heading toward their doom. As mentioned, the events are presented with plenty of humor throughout the entire film. This comes through in the dialogue between the characters and in the one-liners aimed at the viewer. There is also humor woven into the daring stunts required to escape the graboids. The cast performs well, and the clear enjoyment the actors have in their roles enhances the film’s entertainment value. Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward, especially in their interplay, display considerable comedic talent, and Michael Gross’s standout performance as a trigger-happy gun fanatic further underlines the film’s humorous approach. Despite this, the humor never diminishes the underlying tension. The besieged townspeople must use every trick in the book to survive, though not all of them manage to escape unharmed. Even during quieter moments, every effort must be made to stay one step ahead of the graboids, preserving the story’s momentum. Gross’s militant character also owns a weapons collection nearly large enough to fight an entire war, which helps bring about the desired jump scares, nerve-wracking chases, narrow escapes, and literal explosive scenes when Val, Earl, and the others decide to fight back as fiercely as possible. The special effects, especially the appearance of the graboids, are well executed. The slimy monsters—with their wide-open maws and meter-long writhing tentacles—look convincing and menacing. This is an impressive achievement considering no computer technology was used for their depiction. Their method of movement is also notable: as they travel underground, the earth above them shifts, clearly showing the path they take. This effect works well and enhances the believability of the events. The setting—a remote desert area where no help can be expected or summoned—fits perfectly. Its vast, empty landscape adds atmosphere and allows the chaos caused by the graboids to unfold for a prolonged time without interference. *Tremors* serves as a prime example of a film where humor does not come at the expense of suspense, action, and horror, as long as the balance is handled correctly. Director Underwood manages this well, making the film a strong recommendation for anyone seeking a satisfying dose of tension and entertainment.
- SaturnFoxDieOctober 27, 2025Hands down amazing. Great cast, great action.
- Wesley BOctober 1, 2025Sleeper hit, perfect casting and excellent pacing, and the movie, like the towns namesake is perfection
- DakotaraptorJune 12, 2025One of the all time great creature features
- Jake LSeptember 22, 2025Pardon my French
- tellumSeptember 7, 2025This movie is not seen with the same reverence as movies like Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, or Citizen Kane, BUT IT SHOULD BE.
- AdamAugust 14, 2025Thank you for existing, I love this silly movie.
Tremors Trivia
Tremors was released on January 19, 1990.
Tremors was directed by Ron Underwood.
Tremors has a runtime of 1 hr 36 min.
Tremors was produced by Brent Maddock, S.S. Wilson.
The key characters in Tremors are Valentine McKee (Kevin Bacon), Earl Bassett (Fred Ward), Rhonda LeBeck (Finn Carter).
Tremors is rated PG-13.
Tremors is an Action, Horror, Comedy film.
Tremors has an audience rating of 7.6 out of 10.